Funke Akindele Donates Towards Actress Omotunde Ogundimu’s Cancer Treatment
Funke Akindele Donates Towards Actress Omotunde Ogundimu’s Cancer Treatment
Nollywood actress Omotunde Ogundimu has expressed gratitude to actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele for supporting her cancer treatment.
Ogundimu, in an Instagram post on Thursday, revealed that Akindele called her unexpectedly in the morning and subsequently gave her a “huge amount of money” towards her medical treatment.
The actress, who was visibly grateful for the gesture, urged her followers to join her in praying for Akindele.
She wrote, “The first call I got this morning was from Funke. Was really surprised cos I wasn’t expecting it.
“Chaiiiii God is just too good to me ooooo. My wonderful people, ẹjọ ẹ ba mi dúpẹ́ gan ni. Please help me pray for @funkejenifaakindele for blessing me this morning towards my cancer treatment. She gave me huge amount of money ni o. Ha! I wasn’t expecting it ooooo.”
Ogundimu also prayed for Akindele, asking God to protect her, grant her strength and bless her for the support.
She added, “Iya ibeji, God will never forsake you lailai, O ni ri ogun aisan loruko Jesu. Aanu a ma wa ẹ ri ni gbogbo ona.
“You will forever continue to grow from strength to strength, ipa aye koni ka ẹ. Modupe gan ni o, mo mo loore.”
In her comment section, Akindele replied, “Aunty Motunde. oluwaseun. The Good Lord will perfect your healing in Jesus’ name.”
TVC News Online reports that Ogundimu appealed to Nigerians for financial assistance and support as she battles cervical cancer.
Speaking during an interview with fellow actress, Biola Adebayo, the ailing thespian revealed that she had been battling the illness since 2024.
“I have been battling cervical cancer since 2024. The treatment I received also has side effects, such as hurting when I go to urinate,” she said.
The actress, who said she is struggling to raise funds for further treatment, also spoke about the emotional toll of her prolonged battle with the disease.
“I just want to be okay. I am exhausted. I want a peaceful life,” she said in tears.
Appealing to Nigerians and other well-meaning individuals for financial assistance, Ogundimu said she was unsure where else to turn.
“I plead with Nigerians to have mercy on me. I still need to be treated. Please have mercy on me. I don’t know who to call and where to get money from again. Please just help me,” she pleaded.
